Which of the Following Is Not a Way the Medical

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a way the medical assistant can benefit a patient during a general physical exam?

• A) Providing positive and caring attention
• B) Keeping the patient aware of what is going to happen
• C) Suturing wounds under the physician's direction
• D) Contributing to patient confidence
• E) Providing physical comfort

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Definitions:

Calcitonin

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood by lowering them when they are high.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen in the liver.

Biological Rhythms

Natural cycles of change in bodily functions or activities, including sleep-wake cycles and hormonal cycles, governed by internal biological clocks.

Melatonin

A hormone secreted by the pineal gland, involved in regulating sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.